Business Support Accounting Partner

This position sits within the Finance Group who deliver the financial strategy and governance for the organisation.   

He angituutanga: The opportunity 

We are seeking an experienced Finance Business Partner to work closely with senior leaders and executives, providing high‑impact financial analysis, insight, and advice to support strategic and operational decision‑making.

This role goes beyond traditional reporting and compliance. You will act as a trusted financial advisor, influencing performance, driving value, and equipping leaders with forward‑looking financial insights to support sound business decisions.

You will partner with Executive and Senior Management teams to support both strategic initiatives and day‑to‑day operational priorities.

You will combine strong financial expertise with commercial acumen, enabling leaders to understand performance drivers, risks, and opportunities, and to make informed, value‑focused decisions that deliver meaningful outcomes for the organisation and the community we serve.

Key responsibilities include:

Business Partnering & Stakeholder Engagement

• Partner with Executive and Senior Management teams to support strategic and operational objectives
• Build strong, trusted relationships across the business as a proactive and credible financial advisor
• Translate complex financial information into clear, practical insights for decision‑making
• Challenge assumptions and provide constructive, commercially focused advice

Financial Analysis & Insights

• Deliver detailed financial analysis, modelling, and scenario planning to support business cases and investment decisions
• Provide insights on performance drivers, trends, risks, and opportunities
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and long‑range planning with a strong focus on value creation
• Develop and enhance performance reporting and dashboards to enable effective leadership decisions

Executive & Senior Leader Support

• Support executive reporting and senior leadership presentations
• Provide timely, accurate financial commentary and recommendations
• Assist leaders to understand the financial impact of strategic initiatives and operational changes

Continuous Improvement

• Identify opportunities to improve financial processes, reporting quality, and business insights
• Contribute to the development of best‑practice finance business partnering capability
• Support finance transformation initiatives, including system and process improvements

You will be a community minded finance professional who enjoys working closely with leaders and influencing outcomes. You are a team player who values knowledge sharing and offers insights where you can.

Oo puumanawa me oo wheako | Your skills and experience

• Intermediate level of Microsoft Office skills and other business systems.
• A relevant finance qualification (CA / CPA or equivalent)
• Significant experience in a Finance Business Partner or similar commercially‑focused role.
• Strong business acumen with the ability to see beyond the numbers.
• Advanced financial analysis and modelling skills.
• Excellent communication skills, with the confidence to engage and challenge senior stakeholders.
• The ability to simplify complex financial information and provide clear recommendations.
• A proactive, collaborative, and solution‑focused approach.

He aha te wariu o te utu kaimahi? | What’s the salary? 

From $115 K dependent on skills and experience.

Ngaa waahi whakarato painga kei a maatou: What we offer 

• Flexible by choice; an award-winning flexible working policy.
• Opportunities for professional development.
• Two Wellbeing days per year.
• Free health insurance through Unimed including hospital/surgery grade cover and discounted. membership rates for family members.
• Free annual health checks and flu vaccination.
• Ability to purchase additional annual leave.
• Eye testing/glasses cost reimbursement.
• Discounted purchases from local businesses; gym memberships, cafes, dentists, hairdressers and many more.

Me Tono Inaaianei!: Apply Now! 

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Applications close on the: 20/02/2026

Note: We will be shortlisting as we receive applications.

Council is committed to honouring the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi/Treaty of Waitangi through its relationship with Kiingitanga, Waikato Tainui, mana whenua and maataa waka within Hamilton Kirikiriroa.

All candidates will be notified of the outcome on their application via email. Short-listed candidates will be required to complete an interview process, reference checks and a criminal check. Further background checking will be required when relevant to the role. View more information about these checks, our commitment to the Privacy act and details for international applicants by clicking here

It is important to us that we support you throughout our selection process (interview and assessments). If you have any access needs during this process, let us know in advance so we can make sure these are met.

As a council, we believe in creating a welcoming environment where everyone feels valued and belongs. We value inclusiveness (Kotahitanga) – we respect and value the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents that everyone brings.

This role is being sourced directly. If/where Hamilton City Council requires the support of a recruitment agency, we will seek this support from our panel of selected agencies. Hamilton City Council will not be responsible for, and will not pay, any commissions, fees or other payments related to unsolicited contact.